For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $52,106 - $63,686. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Diego CA is approximately $463. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,106 - $63,686.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,106 - $63,686 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $448 - $548.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$448 - $548 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$448 - $548 |
0.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $564 - $690. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Diego CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$564 - $690 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$564 - $690 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,477 - $6,695, which is 10.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in San Diego CA typically budget around $4,714 - $5,762 which is 9.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,477 - $6,695 |
10.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$763 - $933 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,714 - $5,762 |
9.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in San Diego CA, you should budget approximately $19,904 - $24,328, which is about 38.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,904 - $24,328 |
38.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,050 - $3,728 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,879 - $7,185 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,805 - $10,761 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,171 - $2,653 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,394 - $1,704. This accounts for roughly 2.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,394 - $1,704 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $688 - $840.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$688 - $840 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$494 - $604 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $940 - $1,148. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$940 - $1,148 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,383 - $1,691, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $840 - $1,026, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,232 - $10,062 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,009 - $7,345 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,383 - $1,691 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$840 - $1,026 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Diego CA area is $320 - $392. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,267 - $1,549.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,267 - $1,549 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,267 - $1,549 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $7,345 - $8,977 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $3,913 - $4,783 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $2,974 - $3,634. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,345 - $8,977 |
14.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$458 - $560 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,913 - $4,783 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,974 - $3,634 |
5.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Diego CA is estimated to be $5,526 - $6,754. This service accounts for 10.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,526 - $6,754 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,526 - $6,754 |
10.6% |